Thursday, 20 February 2014

Think of Rajasthan and the rainbow colors of turbans and sari is
inevitably conjured up in the canvas of imagination. Although a harsh land when
it comes to weather and geography, its association with numerous maharajas of
erstwhile Rajputana has ensured that the allure of Rajasthan is indelibly
itched in the popular consciousness and folklore. Countless stories of valor,
romance, intrigues and sacrifices have lent a unique stature to the state and
various journals and annals of the British Raj era have only added to that
appeal.

Owing to its royal legacy, Rajasthan is dotted with multitudes
of fortresses, palaces, temples which form the major attractions of Rajasthan.
Then there are vast stretches of deserts and diversity of wildlife which have
become intrinsic part of Rajasthan tourism. Further, globally renowned Pushkar
fair along with Ajmer Sharif attracts millions of devotees and pilgrims alike
from around the globe.

With the ‘things to do’ list in Rajasthan as varied and vast as
it is, even a month’s time is too short for a fussy traveler to explore and
uncover the treasure troves of this desert state. Although conditions are
harsh, traveling is quite easy as the destinations are well connected by road,
rail and air with railroad being the best option.

Owing to huge tourist influx, hospitality industry in the state
has developed in leaps and bounds. Hotels, guest houses, lodges and homestays
have come up across destinations to suit every taste and budget of the
travelers. Best time to visit this vibrant state is from October till February
when sun is not harsh. Mentioned below are some of the most famous destinations
which should be included to make for a memorable Rajasthan trip.

Jaipur

Jaipur also
known as the Pink City is the capital and the largest city in Rajasthan. A young
Bengali architect Vidhyadhar Bhattacharya designed the city in accordance with
the Shilp Shastra - an ancient Hindu treatise on architecture. Today's Jaipur is pink, visually
described as the city shaded with the autumn colors of the sunset. Major
attractions here include Amber
Fort, City Palace, ethnic bazaars and Chokhi Dhani, an ethnic resort
in the outskirts of the city.

Pushkar

One of the few places with temples dedicated to Hindu creator
god Bramha, Pushkar is no more a sleepy little hamlet thronged by domestic and
international tourists and pilgrims alike. It is said that when Bramha hit a
demon with his weapon – which ironically was lotus flower – it fell to three
places and one of them happens to be Pushkar where a lake sprang up. According
to the legends a dip in the holy waters of the lake here ensures salvation
especially when performed on Karthik Purnima (fteenth lunar day of Kartik month
November–December).

Udaipur

Udaipur is another major tourist destination in the colorful
state of Rajasthan. Udaipur is popular around the world for its Lake Palace
which is considered one of the best honeymoons hotel in the world and which
also featured in the James Bond movie Octopussy. There are many attractions in
and around Lake Pichola including Jagdish temple, Puppet Museum, City Palace,
Monsoon Palace among others. Apart from this, Udaipur is also famous for
its festivals, which include Teej, Mewar festival and Shilpgram festival.

Jodhpur

Jodhpur, also known as “the Sun City” and “the Blue City”, is
famous for its historical monuments, palaces, forts and temples. This desert
city is one of the favorite destinations of tourists coming from various parts
of the country and the world. Some of the well-known sites to visit in the city
are Mehrangarh Fort, Balsamand Lake, Osiyan temple, Umaid Bhawan Palace,
Ganesha temple, etc. The festivals of the city also have a huge impact on
tourists, which include Teej, Nag Panchami fair, Gangaur and Mahaveer Jayanti.

Ranthambore National Park

Ranthambore, located in Sawai Madhopur, is one of the most
visited national parks in India. Tourists and wildlife lovers from all across
the globe are attracted by the fascination of this tiger reserve in Rajasthan.
The major attractions of the park are wild animals and numerous species of
birds. It includes tigers, panthers, chinkara, sambhar, nilgai, leopards,
peafowl, Bonelli’s eagle, jacanas, black storks, etc. Ranthambore National Park
is considered to be the best bet in India when it comes to tiger spotting due
to its sparse vegetation.

Tuesday, 18 February 2014

Pick up from Cochin Airport/Railway station meet and assist by
our representative and proceed to Munnar, enjoying the scenic beauty and the
marvelous waterfalls on the way. Check into the hotel afternoon sight-seeing of
Munnar which includes Pothenmedu View Point, Blossom Garden, Tea Museum, etc.
and see the Tea Gardens spread like a green carpet over hundreds of kilometers.
Overnight stay at hotel.

DAY 02: Munnar

Moring have your breakfast and to go for sightseeing which
included the Rajamalai one of the top peaks of Munnar, where you can spot
the rare Neel dhar (Mountain Goats), Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala Lake.
If you are interested take a boating in the lake. Overnight stay at Hotel.

DAY 03: Munnar-Thekkady

After breakfast, check out from Hotel and drive to
Thekkady. Drive through the hill points, Natural spice gardens, and small
water falls which will refresh your mind. On arrival check into the hotel.
Afternoon refreshment, go for visit to the Periyar Wild Life sanctuary, Take a
Boating through Periyar Lake is an ideal way to spot wild animals. Overnight
stay at hotel.

DAY 04: Thekkady- Alleppey Houseboat

After breakfast you can drive to Alleppey a natural backwater
paradise. Check in to the Houseboat and start backwater cruises through Paddy
Fields, narrow canals of backwaters, You can witness the beauty of Kerala
Village and their daily life through this. Overnight stay at Houseboat.

DAY 05:Cochin Departure

After breakfast checkout from the Houseboat and proceed to
Cochin Airport/Railway station for your departure.

The water figures in Kerala are home to a boundless mixture
of fish species. What's more, paddy fields serve nourishment necessity of this
little state is likewise home to diverse fish species. New water fishes are
typically found in more than one natural surroundings that is paddy fields, lakes,
lakes, streams, Backwaters of Kerala. The backwaters that is saline for most a
piece of the year turns the new throughout storm.

The Studies have uncovered that there are 210 types of
freshwater fishes in Kerala and more than 26 are endemic. The vast majority of
these are fancy mixtures utilized within aquariums with high potential in
household and worldwide markets. The vast majority of freshwater fishes are
decently adjusts to make due in contrasting atmospheres and situations. Also
Many different fishes have got extra respiratory organs to empower breathing
air while creeping through the land, that empower them to move starting with
one then onto the next propensity ground dwelling insect.

There is a verity of Fishes Commonly seen in these Water
figures and are recorded as:

Karimeen
(Pearl Spot)

An extremely wonderful fish found in both freshwater's and
salty Regions of Kerala. Its experimental name is Etroplus suratensis. It is
principally found in backwaters, lakes and paddy fields. Its Body is secured
over with scales of dark shade, henceforth the name Karimeen(meaning dark fish
in the neighborhood dialect) is got. Its figure is oval fit as a fiddle and is
horizontally packed. There are eight transverse groups on its physique and a
couple of unpredictable dark spots could be seen on the midriff. It has a quite
little mouth. It is additionally famous as an aquarium fish.

Chempally(Climbing
Perch)

Anabas is an alternate divine fish yet with a hard skin. Its
exploratory name is Anabas testudineus and different names of Climbing Perch
are Karuveppu, Antikalli, Kallada. It is Also an aquarium fish. They can live
without water for around the range of 6 to 7 hrs. It has the propensity of
relocating from lake to an alternate lake. This fish creeps through the area to
achieve the following objective throughout which time it breaths air through
extra respiratory organs on each one side of its head. Keeping in mind in
water, breathing happens through its gills. It is called an omnivorous fish.

Varaal
(Banded Snakehead(Opheocephalus))

Its logical name is China striates. This fish is striking
for its parental minding. It is a predatory fish. Its figure is long and tube
shaped with an enormous mouth and serpent like its head. They have got an extra
respiratory organ that is 2 air chambers that is to empower breathing air while
slithering through area. This fish is frequently found in lakes, paddy fields
and additionally in streams. The relocation of these fishes even cruise through
backwaters to achieve the following end. This fish is both eatable and
additionally favored aquarium animal groups.

Tilopia
(Tilapia)

Tilapia is an outlandish fish and its experimental name is
Oerochromis mossabicus. it carried to Kerala from Africa. It is found in the
water figures like lakes, streams and backwaters. It can reproduce quite quick
in an exceptionally obliged water figure like a lake. Its Body is horizontally
layered like Etroplus(karimeen), however relatively more lengthened.It is an omnivorous fish.

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